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When choosing perennials for your location solution, be sure to consider the following factors:

Sun exposure: How much sun does the area receive?
Soil type: What is the type of soil in the area? Is it well-drained, moist, or clay-like?
Moisture needs: How much water does the plant need?
Critter resistance: Are deer or rabbits a problem in your area?
Maintenance: How much time and effort are you willing to spend on caring for the plants?

With a little planning, you can choose the perfect perennials to create a beautiful and functional location solution for your garden. There are many different varieties of perennials that can be used as location solutions, depending on your specific needs. Here are a few popular options:

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  • Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052 (25) BR Plants Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052 (25) BR Plants

    Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052 (25) BR Plants

    Penstemon 'Blackbeard' PP30052 (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Beardtongue Blackbeard was a famous English pirate known for his black facial hair. The name of this hardy perennial is a play on words from the common name for Penstemon, Beardtongue. The...

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  • Penstemon Prairie Dusk 25 BR Plants Penstemon Prairie Dusk 25 BR Plants

    Penstemon 'Prairie Dusk' (25) BR Plants

    Penstemon 'Prairie Dusk' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Beardtongue (because sterile stamen has a tuft of small hairs). Rose-purple, trumpet-shaped flowers are borne in profusion on thin spikes in early summer. Penstemons are very drought...

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  • Penstemon b. 'Pink Pearls' (30)ct Flat Penstemon b. 'Pink Pearls' (30)ct Flat

    Penstemon b. 'Pink Pearls' (30)ct Flat

    Penstemon b. 'Pink Pearls' PP36004 CPBRAF - Proven Winners® BEJEWELED?? Collection(30)ct Flat Common Name: Bearded PenstemonBring bright, vibrant colors to your garden with BEJEWELED™ Bearded Penstemon. This midsize series was selected for...

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  • Penstemon b. 'Rose Rhinestones' (30)ct Flat Penstemon b. 'Rose Rhinestones' (30)ct Flat

    Penstemon b. 'Rose Rhinestones' (30)ct Flat

    Penstemon b. 'Rose Rhinestones' PP36003 CPBRAF - Proven Winners® BEJEWELED?? Collection (30)ct Flat Common Name: Bearded PenstemonBring bright, vibrant colors to your garden with BEJEWELED™ Bearded Penstemon. This midsize series was selected...

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  • Perovskia Prime Time PPAF 25 BR Plants Perovskia Prime Time PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Perovskia 'Prime Time' PPAF (25) BR Plants

    Perovskia 'Prime Time' PPAF (25) Bare Root Plants Common Name: Russian SageAn upgrade to 'Rocketman' with earlier bloom and denser flower spikes. Dusky purple calyxes hold blue flowers. The calyxes remain colorful well into fall, giving the plant the...

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  • Perovskia atriplicifolia 25 BR Plants Perovskia atriplicifolia 25 BR Plants

    Perovskia atriplicifolia (25) BR Plants

    Perovskia atriplicifolia (25) Bare Root PlantsFamily: Lamiaceae/Labiatae (mint Family); Common name: Russian Sage. Airy spikes of lavender-blue, tubular flowers top strong stems with small, finely dissected, silvery-green leaves provides two or...

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  • Phlox Cloudburst PPAF 25 BR Plants Phlox Cloudburst PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Phlox 'Cloudburst' PP30289 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox 'Cloudburst' PP30289 CPBR6263 (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Tall Garden Phlox A different type of Phlox that combines the rich color of Tall Garden Phlox and the dome-like habits of Cushion Phlox. 'Cloudburst' has dark purple buds open to...

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  • Phlox 'Opening Act Blush' PP27462 (25) BR Plants Phlox Opening Act Blush PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Phlox 'Opening Act Blush' PP27462 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox 'Opening Act Blush' PP27462 CPBR5991 (25) Bare Root PlantsOpening Act SeriesCommon Name: Hybrid Phlox Tall Garden Phlox are a mainstay in the midsummer sun garden, and this hybrid type will extend the color of Phlox by blooming even earlier;...

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  • Phlox Opening Act Romance PPAF 25 BR Plants Phlox Opening Act Romance PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Phlox 'Opening Act Romance' PP33101 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox 'Opening Act Romance' PP33101 CPBRAF (25) Bare Root PlantsOpening Act SeriesCommon Name: Hybrid Phlox Just like its predecessors in the Opening Act series, 'Opening Act Romance' blooms 2-3 weeks earlier than Tall Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata) and...

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  • Phlox Opening Act Ultrapink PPAF 25 BR Plants Phlox 'Opening Act Ultrapink' PP32093 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox 'Opening Act Ultrapink' PP32093 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox 'Opening Act Ultrapink' PP32093 CPBRAF (25) Bare Root PlantsOpening Act SeriesCommon Name: Hybrid Phlox This Phlox isn't just pink, it's ULTRApink! With this addition to the Opening Act Phlox Collection, it is officially the brightest, most vibrant...

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  • Phlox p Backlight PPAF 25 BR Plants Phlox p Backlight PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Backlight' PP34506 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox paniculata 'Backlight' PP34506 CPBRAF (25) Bare Root PlantsLUMINARY® CollectionCommon Name: Tall Garden Phlox Joining the other members of the LUMINARY™ Collection, 'Backlight' brings a highly sought-after flower color. Pure white flowers...

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  • Phlox p. 'Dream Girl' (25) BR Plants Phlox p. 'Dream Girl' (25) BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Dream Girl' (25) BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Dream Girl' PPAF - (25) bare root clumps GARDEN GIRLS® Collection Phlox paniculata 'Dream Girl' is a dream come true for gardeners seeking beauty, resilience, and long-lasting blooms. This captivating variety of tall garden phlox, part of...

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  • Phlox paniculata Glamour Girl PP25778 25 BR Plants Phlox paniculata Glamour Girl 
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    Phlox p. 'Glamour Girl' PP25778 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox paniculata 'Glamour Girl' PP25778 (25) Bare Root PlantsGARDEN GIRLS® CollectionCommon Name: Tall Garden Phlox This long-legged beauty stands tall, proudly showing off large panicles of hot coral pink flowers held on dark purple stems. The...

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  • Phlox p. 'Material Girl' PPAF (25) BR Plants Phlox p. 'Material Girl' PPAF (25) BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Material Girl' PPAF (25) BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Material Girl' PPAF - GARDEN GIRLS® Collection (25) Bare Root Plants Common Name: Tall Garden PhloxOur flagship Phlox paniculata variety, 'Glamour Girl', has been admired for years because of its beautiful floral display. More importantly,...

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  • Phlox p Party Girl PPAF 25 BR Plants Phlox p Party Girl PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Party Girl' PP32324 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox paniculata 'Party Girl' PP32324(25) Bare Root PlantsGARDEN GIRLS® CollectionCommon Name: Tall Garden Phlox Party Girl' has white flowers with a star-shaped light pink centers. Our flagship Phlox paniculata variety, 'Glamour Girl', has...

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  • Phlox p. 'Pink Lightning' (25) BR Plants Phlox p. 'Pink Lightning' (25) BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Pink Lightning' (25) BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Pink Lightning' PPAF CPBRAF - (25) bare root clumps Proven Winners® LUMINARY® Collection Phlox paniculata 'Pink Lightning' is a truly electrifying addition to any garden. This exceptional variety of tall garden phlox boasts vibrant...

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  • Phlox p. 'Prismatic Pink' PPAF (25) BR Plants Phlox p. 'Prismatic Pink' PPAF (25) BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Prismatic Pink' PPAF (25) BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Prismatic Pink' PPAF CPBRAF (25) Bare Root PlantsProven Winners® LUMINARY® CollectionCommon Name: Tall Garden Phlox Tall Garden Phlox are a favorite in the garden, but often are plagued by powdery mildew in hot, humid conditions. These...

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  • Phlox paniculata Red Riding Hood 25 BR Plants Phlox paniculata Red Riding Hood 25 BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Red Riding Hood' (25) BR Plants

    Phlox paniculata 'Red Riding Hood' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Tall Garden Phlox Vivid clusters of fragrant, cherry-red flowers sit atop strong-stemmed plants from mid thru late summer. 'Red Riding Hood' is a compact variety which attracts...

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  • Phlox Phlox p Sunset Coral PPAF 25 BR Plants Phlox Phlox p Sunset Coral PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Sunset Coral' PP35222 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox paniculata 'Sunset Coral' PP35222 CPBRAF (25) Bare Root PlantsLUMINARY® CollectionCommon Name: Tall Garden Phlox Tall Garden Phlox are a favorite in the garden, but often are plagued by powdery mildew in hot, humid conditions. These varieties...

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  • Phlox p. 'Uptown Girl' PP32287 (25) BR Plants Phlox p Uptown Girl PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Phlox p. 'Uptown Girl' PP32287 (25) BR Plants

    Phlox paniculata 'Uptown Girl' PP32287 (25) Bare Root PlantsGARDEN GIRLS® CollectionCommon Name: Tall Garden Phlox 'Uptown Girl' has light pink flowers with a star-shaped dark pink eyes. Our flagship Phlox paniculata variety, 'Glamour...

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  • Phlox subulata Blue Emerald 25 BR Plants Phlox subulata Blue Emerald 25 BR Plants

    Phlox s. 'Blue Emerald' (25) BR Plants

    Phlox subulata 'Blue Emerald' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon name: Phlox-Creeping, Moss Pinks. 'Blue Emerald' has delicate lavender blue flowers which blanket the foliage in mid to late spring. Its profuse carpet of flowers creates a subtle swathe of...

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  • Phlox subulata Blue Emerald 3.5 inch pot Phlox subulata Blue Emerald 3.5 inch pot

    Phlox s. 'Blue Emerald' (3.5 inch pot)

    Phlox subulata 'Blue Emerald' (3.5-inch pot)Common name: Phlox-Creeping, Moss Pinks. 'Blue Emerald' has delicate lavender blue flowers which blanket the foliage in mid to late spring. Its profuse carpet of flowers creates a subtle swathe of color...

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  • Phlox subulata Candy Stripe 3.5 inch pot Phlox subulata Candy Stripe 3.5 inch pot

    Phlox s. 'Candy Stripe' (3.5 inch pot)

    Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe' (3.5-inch pot)a/k/a Moss Phlox. Height: 4-6 Inches Spread: 10-12 Inches Hardiness Zone: 3-9 Full Sun Blooms early Spring Low spreading mossy like carpet Adapts to wide range of soils Creeps over rocks or retaining walls ...

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  • Phlox subulata Drummonds Pink 25 BR Plants Phlox subulata Drummonds Pink 25 BR Plants

    Phlox s. 'Drummond's Pink' (25) BR Plants

    Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Creeping Phlox This creeping Phlox has a richer rose color and larger flowers than 'Emerald Pink'. Creeping Phlox is a low-growing species which forms a carpet-like mat no taller than 6"...

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  • Phlox subulata Drummonds Pink 3.5 inch pot Phlox subulata Drummonds Pink 3.5 inch pot

    Phlox s. 'Drummond's Pink' (3.5 inch pot)

    Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' (3.5-inch pot)Common Name: Creeping Phlox This creeping phlox has a richer rose color and larger flowers than 'Emerald Pink'. Creeping phlox is a low-growing species which forms a carpet-like mat no taller than 6". This...

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  • Phlox subulata Purple Beauty 3.5 inch pot Phlox subulata Purple Beauty 3.5 inch pot

    Phlox s. 'Purple Beauty' (3.5 inch pot)

    Phlox subulata 'Purple Beauty' (3.5-inch pot) Height: 4-6 Inches Spread: 10-12 Inches Hardiness Zone: 3-9 Full Sun Blooms early Spring Low spreading mossy like carpet Adapts to wide range of soils Creeps over rocks or retaining walls This Creeping...

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  • Phlox subulata 'Red Wing' (3.5 inch pot) Phlox subulata Red Wing 3.5 inch pot

    Phlox s. 'Red Wing' (3.5 inch pot)

    Phlox subulata 'Red Wing' (3.5-inch pot)Common name: Phlox-Creeping, Moss Pinks. 'Red Wing' has striking pinkish-crimson flowers with a dark red center which blanket the foliage in late spring. It makes a tremendous color impact which can be seen...

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  • Phlox subulata Snowflake 3.5 inch pot Phlox subulata Snowflake 3.5 inch pot

    Phlox s. 'Snowflake' (3.5 inch pot)

    Phlox subulata 'Snowflake' (3.5-inch pot)Common name: Phlox-Creeping, Moss Pinks. 'Snowflake' forms a short, tight, rounded clump of bright white flowers that will sparkle in the spring sunshine. Its profuse carpet of flowers creates a subtle swathe...

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  • Phlox subulata Pink 18ct Flat Phlox subulata Pink 18ct Flat

    Phlox s. Pink (18)ct Flat

    Phlox subulata Pink Common Name: Creeping Phlox or Moss Phlox.Zones 3 to 9; Full sun to partial shade. Colorful and compact, creeping Phlox can reach 6 inches in height and spread out 2 feet, creating a thick mat of evergreen to semi-evergreen...

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  • Polystichum acrostichoides 3.5 inch pot Polystichum acrostichoides (3.5 inch pot)

    Polystichum acrostichoides (3.5 inch pot)

    Polystichum acrostichoides (3.5-inch pot)Common Name: Christmas Fern, evergreen fern, stocking fern Height: 12-24 Inches Spread: 12-24 Inches Hardiness Zone: 3-9 Part Shade to Shade Evergreen Native to Eastern U.S. Clumping habit Sword shaped,...

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  • Pratia pedunculata County Park 10ct Flat

    Pratia pedunculata 'County Park' (10)ct Flat

    Pratia pedunculata 'County Park' Zones 6 to 9. Full sun to part shade to full shade. Plants reach 1 to 2 inches tall and 6 to 12 inches wide. creeping perennial ground cover. Growth rate: vigorous, spreads via runners just under the soil. Pratia...

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  • Pulmonaria Pink-a-Blue PPAF 30ct Flat Pulmonaria Pink-a-Blue PPAF 30ct Flat

    Pulmonaria 'Pink-a-Blue' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Pulmonaria 'Pink-a-Blue' PPAF CPBRAF- Proven Winners® (30)ct Flat Common Name: LungwortPink flower buds open to medium blue flowers in early spring. Buds and blooms appear at the same time for an alluring two tone effect. Following flowering a robust...

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  • Pulmonaria Spot On PP33063 30ct Flat Pulmonaria Spot On PP33063 30ct Flat

    Pulmonaria 'Spot On' PP33063 (30)ct Flat

    Pulmonaria 'Spot On' PP33063 CPBRAF - Proven Winners® (30)ct Flat Common Name: Lungwort'Spot On' is a new Pulmonaria for Proven Winners and a new genus to the perennial lineup. Pulmonaria are the perfect choice to signal the end of winter with...

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  • Pulmonaria 'Spot On' PP33063 (4) 1-gallons Pulmonaria 'Spot On' PP33063 (4) 1-gallons

    Pulmonaria 'Spot On' PP33063 (4) 1-gallons

    Pulmonaria 'Spot On' PP33063 CPBRAF - Proven Winners® (4) 1-gallons Common Name: Lungwort'Spot On' is a new Pulmonaria for Proven Winners and a new genus to the perennial lineup. Pulmonaria are the perfect choice to signal the end of winter with...

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  • Pulmonaria Twinkle Toes PPAF 30ct Flat Pulmonaria Twinkle Toes PPAF 30ct Flat

    Pulmonaria 'Twinkle Toes' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Pulmonaria 'Twinkle Toes' PPAFCommon Name: Lungwort, Bethlehem Sage. Starting in mid-spring shortly after Hellebores are finished booming, dainty light periwinkle blue flowers cover a low, mounded habit. After the flowers fade, you can enjoy its dark...

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  • Rubus calycinoides 3.5 inch pot Rubus calycinoides 3.5 inch pot

    Rubus calycinoides (3.5 inch pot)

    Rubus hayata-koidzumii is better known (incorrectly) as Rubus calcinoides.(3.5-inch pot)Common names: Creeping Raspberry, Crinkle-leaf Creeper, Taiwanese Creeping Rubus, Creeping Bramble, and Emerald Carpet. Height: 2 Inches Spread: 18-24 Inches...

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  • Rudbeckia fulgida Goldsturm 25 BR Plants Rudbeckia fulgida Goldsturm 25 BR Plants

    Rudbeckia f. 'Goldsturm' (25) BR Plants

    Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Black-Eyed Susan, Coneflower. Black Eyed Susans have a long season of bloom and a sturdy, upright habit, Bright gold petals with a deep brown cone highlights the garden in late...

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  • Rudbeckia fulgida Goldsturm 3.5 inch pot Rudbeckia fulgida Goldsturm 3.5 inch pot

    Rudbeckia f. 'Goldsturm' (3.5 inch pot)

    Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (3.5-inch pot)Common Name: Black-Eyed Susan, Coneflower. Bright gold petals with a deep brown cone highlights the garden in late summer. 'Goldsturm' is a long-blooming, low maintenance perennial. Disease and pest...

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  • Rudbeckia fulgida Goldsturm 30ct Flat Rudbeckia fulgida Goldsturm 30ct Flat

    Rudbeckia f. 'Goldsturm' (30)ct Flat

    Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Black-Eyed Susan, Coneflower. Bright gold petals with a deep brown cone highlights the garden in late summer. 'Goldsturm' is a long-blooming, low maintenance perennial. Disease and pest...

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Perennial plants offer versatile solutions for a wide range of landscaping issues, problems, and desires:

Solving Common Landscaping Issues:

  • Erosion Control: Perennials with deep root systems, like ornamental grasses and ground covers, help bind soil and prevent erosion on slopes or areas with poor drainage.  
  • Weed Suppression: Densely planted perennials can outcompete weeds, reducing the need for herbicides and manual weeding.  
  • Low-Maintenance Landscaping: Once established, perennials require less watering, fertilizing, and overall maintenance compared to annuals, saving time and resources.  
  • Pollinator Habitat: Many perennials attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and birds, promoting biodiversity and ecological balance.  
  • Shade Solutions: Shade-loving perennials thrive in areas with limited sunlight, offering vibrant colors and textures under trees or along north-facing walls.  

Addressing Specific Landscaping Problems:

  • Poor Soil: Perennials adapted to specific soil conditions, such as drought-tolerant or salt-tolerant varieties, can thrive in challenging environments.
  • Deer or Pest Damage: Selecting deer-resistant perennials or using natural pest control methods can minimize damage to your landscape.
  • Limited Space: Compact or vertical-growing perennials, like vines or container plants, can maximize greenery in small gardens or balconies.  
  • Seasonal Interest: Choosing perennials with staggered bloom times ensures continuous color and interest throughout the growing season.  

Fulfilling Landscaping Desires:

  • Creating Privacy: Tall perennials like ornamental grasses or flowering shrubs can create natural privacy screens.  
  • Defining Spaces: Perennials can be used to define borders, create pathways, or separate different areas of your landscape.  
  • Attracting Wildlife: Native perennials provide food and shelter for local wildlife, fostering a healthy ecosystem.  
  • Adding Curb Appeal: Colorful and well-maintained perennial gardens enhance the aesthetic value of your property.  
  • Expressing Personal Style: With endless varieties of colors, textures, and forms, perennials allow you to create a unique landscape that reflects your taste and personality.

Overall, perennial plants offer sustainable, low-maintenance, and aesthetically pleasing solutions for a wide range of landscaping challenges and aspirations.

By carefully selecting and combining perennials, you can create a vibrant, functional, and eco-friendly landscape that enhances your outdoor living space for years to come.  

By incorporating perennials into your driveway or roadside landscape, you can create a beautiful, functional, and sustainable space that enhances your property and benefits the environment. Remember to consider your specific site conditions and choose plants that will thrive in your location.

Versatile Perennial plants solutions

  • Softening Hardscapes: Perennials soften the harsh lines of driveways and roads, creating a more natural and inviting look.
  • Adding Color & Texture: A variety of perennial flowers, foliage, and ornamental grasses introduce visual interest throughout the seasons.
  • Creating Focal Points: Specimen plants or unique groupings of perennials can draw the eye and enhance curb appeal.
  • Framing & Defining: Perennials can be used to frame driveways or line roadsides, creating clear boundaries and visual definition.
  • Erosion Control: Perennials with deep root systems help stabilize soil and prevent erosion, particularly on slopes or roadside ditches.
  • Screening & Privacy: Tall or dense perennials can act as natural screens, reducing noise and visual distractions from traffic.
  • Pollinator Habitat: Flowering perennials attract beneficial insects and birds, promoting biodiversity and ecological health.
  • Low-Maintenance: Once established, perennials require less upkeep than annuals, making them ideal for busy homeowners or roadside plantings.
  • Driveway Borders: Plant colorful perennials along the edges of your driveway to create a welcoming entrance.
  • Island Beds: Install planting beds within the driveway for added greenery and visual appeal.
  • Roadside Wildflower Meadows: Transform neglected roadside areas into beautiful pollinator meadows with native wildflowers.
  • Rain Gardens: Use perennials in rain gardens to capture and filter stormwater runoff, reducing erosion and pollution.
  • Rock Gardens: Combine perennials with rocks and boulders for a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant landscape.
  • Sight Lines: Choose plants that won't obstruct views or create safety hazards.
  • Maintenance: Select low-maintenance perennials that can withstand drought, salt spray, and occasional foot traffic.
  • Local Conditions: Choose plants adapted to your climate, soil type, and sun exposure.
  • Aesthetics: Consider the overall style of your home and surroundings when selecting perennials.
  • Ornamental Grasses: Add texture and movement to the landscape. (E.g., Miscanthus, Panicum, Pennisetum)
  • Native Wildflowers: Attract pollinators and provide a sense of place. (E.g., Black-eyed Susan, Purple Coneflower, Milkweed)
  • Flowering Shrubs: Provide structure and year-round interest. (E.g., Hydrangea, Rose of Sharon, Butterfly Bush)
  • Ground Covers: Suppress weeds and prevent erosion. (E.g., Creeping Phlox, Thyme, Sedum)
  • Evergreen Perennials: Add color and texture in winter. (E.g., Hellebores, Heuchera, Ferns)

Crevice gardening offers a unique and rewarding approach to gardening, with several compelling reasons to consider incorporating it into your landscape:

Ideal for Challenging Sites: Crevice gardens excel in areas with poor soil, limited space, or steep slopes. The rocks provide structure and stability, while the crevices offer protected pockets for plants to establish themselves.

Low-Maintenance and Sustainable: Once established, crevice gardens require minimal watering, fertilizing, or weeding due to the plants' adaptation to harsh conditions and the rocks' ability to retain moisture and suppress weed growth.

Unique Aesthetic Appeal: Crevice gardens create a stunning visual contrast between the rugged texture of the rocks and the delicate beauty of the plants. They add a touch of natural artistry and intrigue to any space.

Biodiversity Haven: The varied microclimates within a crevice garden – ranging from sun-drenched tops to cool, shaded crevices – support a diverse range of plant species, including many alpine and rock-dwelling varieties.

Excellent Drainage: The open structure of crevice gardens promotes superior drainage, preventing waterlogging and root rot, which can be especially beneficial in areas with heavy clay soil.

Erosion Control: On slopes or hillsides, the roots of crevice plants help anchor the soil and reduce erosion, creating a more stable and sustainable landscape.

Extended Growing Season: Many crevice plants bloom in early spring, extending the season of color and interest in your garden.

Year-Round Beauty: Evergreen or semi-evergreen crevice plants, along with the textured rocks themselves, offer visual appeal even during the dormant winter months.

Suitable for a Variety of Plants: Crevice gardens can accommodate a wide array of plants, including succulents, alpines, perennials, and even small shrubs, allowing for creative and personalized designs.

Overall, crevice gardening offers a unique and sustainable way to cultivate a beautiful and thriving landscape, even in challenging conditions. Whether you have a rocky slope, a small urban space, or simply a desire to create a unique garden feature, crevice gardening is worth exploring.

  • Thrive in challenging conditions: These plants are adapted to grow in rocky, nutrient-poor, and often dry environments, making them ideal for areas where other plants struggle.  
  • Low-maintenance: Once established, crevice plants typically require minimal care, as they are drought-tolerant and often resistant to pests and diseases.
  • Unique aesthetic appeal: The combination of rocks and plants creates a visually striking and textured landscape, adding a touch of natural beauty to any space.
  • Increased biodiversity: Crevice gardens can support a diverse range of plant species, including many that are native to alpine or rocky habitats.
  • Improved drainage: The open structure of crevice gardens allows for excellent drainage, preventing waterlogging and promoting healthy plant growth.
  • Erosion control: The roots of crevice plants help to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion, making them valuable for slopes and other challenging areas.
  • Extended growing season: Many crevice plants bloom in the spring or early summer, providing color and interest before other perennials start flowering.
  • Year-round interest: Some crevice plants are evergreen or have attractive foliage that persists throughout the year, offering visual appeal even in winter.

Overall, crevice plants are a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden. They provide a unique aesthetic, promote biodiversity, and thrive in conditions that would be inhospitable to other plants. If you are looking for a low-maintenance, sustainable, and visually stunning garden option, consider incorporating some crevice plants into your landscape.

Crevice perennial plants are those specifically adapted to thrive in the narrow, rocky spaces found in crevices, rock gardens, or walls. They tend to be low-growing, drought-tolerant, and able to withstand harsh conditions. Some examples of crevice perennial plants include:

  • Achillea tomentosa (wooly yarrow): Yellow blossoms all summer, tolerant of dry conditions  
  • Adonis vernalis (pheasant eye, spring adonis): Bright yellow flowers in spring, prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil
  • Ajuga reptans (bugleweed): Creeping evergreen with dark blue flowers, prefers moist soil and part shade to part sun
  • Alchemilla alpina (mountain lady’s mantle): Deeply cut leaves with silvery margins, suitable for full sun or partial shade
  • Antennaria dioica (pussy toes): Basal silver leaves with rose-red flowers, thrives in full sun and poor dry soil
  • Aquilegia jonesii (columbine): Blue-gray leaves with blue-violet flowers, adaptable to full sun or part shade
  • Arabis caucasica (wall rock cress): White flowers in May, prefers full sun and dry or well-drained sites, creates a cascading effect  
  • Arenaria balearica (sandwort): Deer resistant and drought tolerant, suitable for full sun to part shade and moist soil
  • Artemesia pedemontana (artemesia): Evergreen with fern-like leaves and yellow flowers in June, ideal for vertical crevices
  • Aurinia saxatilis (basket of gold): Bright yellow flowers, prefers full sun and well-drained soil  
  • Callirhoe involucrata (poppy mallow, wine cups): Native plant with magenta flowers, prefers full sun or light shade and well-drained sites
  • Campanula porscharskyana (bellflower, campanula): Lavender-blue flowers, prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to part shade
  • Cerastium tomentosum (snow in summer): Silver-grey foliage with white flowers, thrives in full sun
  • Dianthus spp. (dianthus): Tiny, fragrant pink flowers, prefers full sun/afternoon shade and well-drained soil
  • Gypsophila repens (creeping baby’s breath): Mat-forming, semi-evergreen groundcover with white flowers, prefers full sun and well-drained soil  
  • Iberis sempervirens (candytuft): Spreading plant with white flowers, tolerates poor soil and full sun to part shade  
  • Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ (moneywort): Yellow leaves on this cultivar, adaptable to sun or partial shade
  • Nepeta spp. (catmint): Grey-green foliage with blue flowers, can be aggressive, suitable for sun or partial shade
  • Phlox subulata (creeping phlox): Various flower colors, prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil
  • Sedum acre (sedum): Spring golden flowers, ideal filler for steppingstones, prefers full sun and well-drained soil
  • Sedum kamtschaticum (sedum): Summer yellow-orange flowers in flat clusters, prefers full sun and well-drained soil
  • Sedum spurium (dragon’s blood): Purple foliage with dark red summer flowers, thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
  • Sempervivum spp. (hen and chicks): Low-growing succulent, tolerates poor soil conditions and full sun
  • Thymus serpyllum (thyme): Mat-forming with summer red flowers (in the 'Coccinea' cultivar), prefers full sun and well-drained soil

These are just a few examples, and many other perennials can be suitable for crevice gardens depending on the specific conditions and your aesthetic preferences.

  • Achillea tomentosa (wolly yarrow)
    • Height: 6-14”
    • Yellow blossoms all summer.
  • Adonis vernalis (pheasant eye, spring adonis)
    • Height: 6-15”
    • Full sun to part shade, well-drained soil; clump forming with bright yellow flowers.
  • Ajuga reptans (bugleweed)
    • Height: 6-12”
    • Moist soil, part shade to part sun; creeping evergreen with dark blue flowers; short-lived.
  • Alchemilla alpina (mountain lady’s mantle)
    • Height: 6-8”
    • Full sun or partial shade, deeply cut leaves with silvery margins.
  • Antennaria dioica (pussy toes)
    • Height: 2-10”
    • Full sun, poor dry soil, basal silver leaves, rosea has rose-red 8-10” flowers.
  • Aquilegia jonesii (columbine)
    • Height: 4”
    • Full sun or part shade; blue-gray leaves with blue-violet flowers.
  • Arabis caucasica (wall rock cress)
    • Height: 6-12”
    • Full sun, needs dry or well-drained sites; white May flowers; good cascade
  • Arenaria balearica (sandwort)
    • Height: 4-8”
    • Full sun to part shade, moist soil; deer resistant; drought tolerant.
  • Artemesia pedemontana (artemesia)
    • Height: 3-8”
    • Evergreen, fern-like leaves; yellow flowers in June; perfect for vertical crevice.
  • Aurinia saxatilis (basket of gold)
    • Height: 4-8”
    • Full sun; well-drained soil; bright yellow flowers.
  • Callirhoe involucrata (poppy mallow, wine cups)
    • Height: 6-12”
    • Native; full sun or light shade; needs well-drained sites; magenta flowers.
  • Campanula porscharskyana (bellflower, campanula)
    • Height: 6-12”
    • Moist, well-drained soil; full sun to part shade; vigorous; lavender-blue flowers
  • Cerastium tomentosum (snow in summer)
    • Height: 2-3”
    • Full sun; silver-grey foliage; white flowers
  • Dianthus spp. (dianthus)
    • Height: 2-4”
    • Full sun/afternoon shade; well-drained soil; tiny, fragrant pink flowers
  • Gypsophila repens (creeping baby’s breath)
    • Height: 6-8”
    • Full sun; well-drained soil; mat forming; semi-evergreen
  • Iberis sempervirens (candytuft)
    • Height: 6-18”
    • Full sun to part shade; tolerates poor soil; spreading; white flowers
  • Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’ (moneywort)
    • Height: 4-5”
    • Sun or partial shade; yellow leaves on this cultivar; green form is more vigorous
  • Nepeta spp. (catmint)
    • Height: 6-24”
    • Sun or partial shade; grey-green foliage; blue flowers; can be aggressive
  • Phlox subulata (creeping phlox)
    • Height: 4-8”
    • Full sun to part shade; well-drained soil
  • Sedum acre (sedum)
    • Height: 2-3”
    • Full sun; well-drained soil; spring golden flowers; filler for steppingstones
  • Sedum kamtschaticum (sedum)
    • Height: 4-9”
    • Full sun; well-drained soil; summer yellow-orange flowers in flat clusters
  • Sedum spurium (dragon’s blood)
    • Height: 3-4”
    • Purple foliage; dark red summer flowers; full sun; well-drained soil
  • Sempervivum spp. (hen and chicks)
    • Height: 3-12”
    • Full sun; tolerates poor soil conditions; low growing; succulent; perennial
  • Thymus serpyllum (thyme)
    • Height: 1-3”
    • Full sun; mat forming; well-drained soil; ‘Coccinea’ has summer red flowers.